What is Manuka Honey?
Manuka honey comes from the Leptospermum tree. This tree is native to Australia and New Zealand, and the indigenous people from both countries have used Manuka for its healing properties for centuries.
These healing properties have more recently been a focus for many clinical studies. Now that the value of Manuka is understood around the world, Manuka Honey is enjoyed by families as a natural source of vitality.
Australian Manuka vs. NZ Manuka
Rugby, pavlova, Russell Crowe… we Aussies love to get competitive with our neighbours across the ditch. But the rivalry we care most about at Capilano is: who produces the best Manuka Honey?
Well, for starters, Australia has 84 species of Leptospermum. New Zealand only has one. Meaning we can produce Manuka honey with the same or, in some cases, more activity than Manuka from New Zealand. Recent research out of the University of Technology, Sydney backs this up.
You can learn more about the history of Australian Manuka here and the latest Australian Manuka honey fact sheet can be found here.
Manuka Honey ratings explained
The activity level, or strength, of Manuka Honey can be rated using several different measurements.
Unique Manuka Factor (UMF) is used to rate Manuka Honey in New Zealand, while methylglyoxal (MGO) and non-peroxide activity (NPA) measurements are typically used globally.
Capilano uses the MGO ratings to identify the activity level in our Manuka Honeys through independent testing.
| MGO Rating | UMF or NPA Equivalent |
| MGO 30+ | 2.7+ |
| MGO 85+ | 5+ |
| MGO 100+ | 6+ |
| MGO 250+ | 10+ |
| MGO 300+ | 11+ |
| MGO 400+ | 13+ |
| MGO 550+ | 16+ |
| MGO 850+ | 20+ |
Australian Manuka Mark of Authenticity
Developed by Australia's leading Manuka scientists, the Australian Manuka 'Mark of Authenticity' can only be displayed by producers, packers, retailers and exporters who have met strict independent testing criteria.
To give customers confidence that they are buying 100% authentic Australian Manuka honey, The Australian Manuka Honey Association has developed a new, revolutionary industry standard that requires Australian Manuka must be independently tested by a registered laboratory to ensure Methylglyoxal (MGO) and Dihydroxyacetone (DHA) is present in the honey. Learn more about the Mark of Authenticity here.
Our range of Manuka Honey
Capilano’s 100% Australian Active Manuka honey is one of nature’s premium superfoods, known for its deliciously rich flavour and unique bioactive properties.
Australia produces some of the most potent, best tasting manuka honey in the world due to our warmer climate and number of Leptospermum varieties.
Hand collected by local beekeepers in our pristine natural environment, Capilano Manuka is naturally rich in Methylglyoxal (MGO), the key component attributed to the unique activity of Manuka honey.
Each batch is independently tested to guarantee its MGO levels - the higher the MGO number, the more potent the honey’s activity.
Capilano Manuka Honey Nutritional Information
| Avg Quantity | Per Serve | Per 100g |
| Energy | 212kJ | 1416kJ |
| Protein | 0.05g | 0.3g |
| Fat - Total | 0g | 0g |
| - Saturated | 0g | 0g |
| - Trans | 0g | 0g |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0mg |
| Carbohydrate | 12.5g | 83.1g |
| - Sugars* | 12.4g | 82.5g |
| Sodium | 2.3mg | 15mg |
*Sugars naturally occurring in honey.
Ingredients: 100% Australian Active Manuka honey sourced from Leptospermum trees.
Storage instructions: Store below 25 degrees Celsius.
Where to buy Capilano Manuka Honey
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Manuka MGO 30+Naturally bioactive Australian Manuka honey, for health and wellbeing.Sizes: 340g -
Manuka MGO 100+ SqueezableEasy, squeezy medium strength bioactive Australian Manuka honey, for health and wellbeing.Sizes: 340g -
Manuka MGO 300+ SqueezableEasy, squeezy high strength bioactive Australian Manuka honey, for health and wellbeing.Sizes: 340g -
Manuka MGO 100+ JarMedium strength bioactive Australian Manuka honey, for health and wellbeing.Sizes: 250g -
Manuka MGO 300+ JarSuper strength bioactive Australian Manuka honey, for health and wellbeing.Sizes: 250g
Recipe Ideas
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Roast Vegetable Pizza
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1 hour 15 mins
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Honey Fig Puddings
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1 h 5 mins
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Manuka Minted Lamb
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1 h 20 mins
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